Spoon radiator hoses. Worth it?

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Jun 26, 2003 | 08:39 AM

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Spoon radiator hoses. Worth it?

Do you thik they're really worth it ($300-ish)? Spoon claims a 30% cooler reduction over stock one's. Or is it just a matter of sporting blue Spoon radiator hoses (imprinted with Spoon in white)?

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Jun 26, 2003 | 09:31 AM

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JDM bling IMO. don't really think you'll need the extra "cooling" effects unless you race consistantly and competitively. you can find cheaper HOses elsewhere.

D

Jun 26, 2003 | 09:40 AM

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How could a hose improve cooling? It is an insulator!

Jun 26, 2003 | 09:49 AM

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[QUOTE]Originally posted by gernby
[B]How could a hose improve cooling?

Jun 26, 2003 | 03:10 PM

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Also, doesn't the thermostat restrict coolant flow until a certain temperature is attained?

Jun 26, 2003 | 05:05 PM

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Also, doesn't the thermostat restrict coolant flow until a certain temperature is attained?

Thermostats restrict coolant flow all the time, but they actually cut it off below a certain temperature.

Jun 26, 2003 | 05:53 PM

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The only way you'll see cooling in a hose is if it's made of some sort of decent thermal conductor, like copper.

Spoon radiator hoses. Worth it?

Spoon radiator hoses. Worth it?

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